... if ever worn, they are strictly for the purpose of showing off wealth. The desire to outwardly portray wealth and climb the social ladder no matter what it takes is a reoccurring theme in the 1920's and is further portrayed by the over-the-top parties Gatsby throws at his mansion on long island. Gatsby's cynicism is prevalent as his only purpose of ... ...

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